Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown (2013)
S12E01 Kenya
Episode Overview
Bourdain welcomes W. Kamau Bell, host of CNN's United Shades of America, to the vibrant and diverse landscapes of Kenya. This marks Bell's inaugural journey to Africa, a place that resonates with him personally. In Nairobi, they engage with locals to discuss the nation's development, economic hurdles, and the ongoing quest for Kenyan identity. Their adventure includes a lively ride on a Matatu party bus, savoring goat’s head soup, and visiting a boxing academy focused on empowering young women. After leaving Nairobi, they explore the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy and interact with a Maasai community dedicated to conservation. Through their experiences, they ponder the future of Kenya shaped by its own people.